Car Hire in Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Johannesburg, South Africa
30 Mar — 6 Apr
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Johannesburg, South Africa
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Best deals found for Johannesburg, Gauteng car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Johannesburg, Gauteng
Kia Picanto
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€18/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Kia Picanto
Renault Zoe
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€19/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Renault Zoe
Toyota Aygo
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€21/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Toyota Aygo
Citroen C4 Picasso
or similar Intermediate
Up to 5 passengers

€23/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Citroen C4 Picasso
Opel Astra
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€26/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Opel Astra
Kia Picanto
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€26/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Kia Picanto
Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

€26/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Toyota Corolla
Volkswagen T-ROC
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

€30/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Volkswagen T-ROC
Renault Zoe
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€30/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Renault Zoe

Important information about Johannesburg car hire

Africa has breath-taking tourist destinations. But one of the cities you would always want to set your eyes on is Johannesburg. It rapidly evolved from a safari layover to a pulsating hub for education, arts, and culture. It is popular for its history of reliable gold mining. The metropolis now hosts the Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill, South African National Museum of Military History, and the Market Theatre. With a well-developed network of highways in the metropolitan area, navigating and parking hired cars in Johannesburg is not a difficult undertaking. Notable roads include N1, N3, N12, N17, R21, M1, M2, and R59. You can opt to acquire an ordinary or an electric car rental from any of the over 100 car hire locations in Johannesburg.

Finding a parking spot in Johannesburg’s central business district is straightforward. And you will find a secure spot for your small car or people carrier rental. Look out for private car parks, parking lots, and on-street parking options. Parking is payable on an hourly, daily, or monthly basis. Although the city is walkable, it would be tasking to access everywhere on foot, particularly if you are on a short visit. A car will do, and you can choose between a cheap car rental or a luxury car rental in Johannesburg. Your choice depends on your budget. You can also use hired cars in Johannesburg to access nearby destinations, such as Gold Reef City, Soweto slums, Mandela Museum, Lion & Safari Park, and Pretoria. Operating a private means of transport always comes with flexibility and peace of mind.

Most driving laws in Johannesburg, Gauteng, are similar to those of the UK since South Africa was a colony of England. Keep on the left when operating rental cars in Johannesburg and keep your eyes on the signposts that line the highways and streets. While you should obey traffic lines, do not stop for the red light when driving at night, and all roads are clear. Ensure that you always have your seatbelt buckled and avoid using your mobile phone when on the road. Speeding up in urban areas or around schools and playgrounds is unlawful. Since these laws could change from time to time, always liaise with the transport and motor vehicle department for updates.

The minimum driving age in Johannesburg and, by extension, South Africa is 17 years. However, you will need a valid driving license. British nationals visiting South Africa can acquire and operate hired cars in Johannesburg using their British driving license. Also, visitors whose foreign driving licenses are in English can easily access and drive Johannesburg car rentals. But if you can still access a luxury or cheap car rental with a license printed in a language different from English as long you accompany it with an International Driver’s Permit. The IDP acts as a translation of your driving license.


Johannesburg, Gauteng car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in Johannesburg that's right for you

Small cars

€22 - €33

All Car Types

€43 - €106

The average price of a Small hire in Johannesburg, South Africa is €27. The cheapest time to hire a Small in Johannesburg, South Africa is in September. The price is 19% lower than the rest of the year at just €22 per day. A Small rental is typically 52% less expensive than the average rental car in Johannesburg. The average price of a car hire in Johannesburg can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Johannesburg Small rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Medium hire in Johannesburg, South Africa is €50. The cheapest time to hire a Medium in Johannesburg, South Africa is in August. The price is 36% lower than the rest of the year at just €32 per day. A Medium rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in Johannesburg. The average price of a car hire in Johannesburg can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Johannesburg Medium rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Large hire in Johannesburg, South Africa is €89. The cheapest time to hire a Large in Johannesburg, South Africa is in October. The price is 46% lower than the rest of the year at just €49 per day. A Large rental is typically 38% more expensive than the average rental car in Johannesburg. The average price of a car hire in Johannesburg can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in Johannesburg, South Africa is €56. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Johannesburg, South Africa is in October. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just €44 per day. A SUV rental is typically 2% more expensive than the average rental car in Johannesburg. The average price of a car hire in Johannesburg can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Johannesburg SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Van hire in Johannesburg, South Africa is €52. The cheapest time to hire a Van in Johannesburg, South Africa is in February. The price is 50% lower than the rest of the year at just €26 per day. A Van rental is typically 8% less expensive than the average rental car in Johannesburg. The average price of a car hire in Johannesburg can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Kia Picanto
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€18/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Kia Picanto
Renault Zoe
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

€19/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Renault Zoe
Toyota Aygo
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

€21/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Toyota Aygo

Johannesburg car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Johannesburg, Gauteng

Sixt

8.0
Very Good
1 review5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Avis

6.0
Okay
13 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

4.0

Overall

4.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Hertz

5.8
Fair
21 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.2

Value

6.1

Tempest Car Hire

2.0
Poor
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

3.3

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

GREEN MOTION

2.0
Poor
2 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Sunnycars

10 locations

Firefly

9 locations

Europcar

8 locations

Quick facts about car hire in Johannesburg

Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in Johannesburg

Most Popular Agency

Europcar

Popular Car Types

SUV, Compact, Economy

Cheapest Hire Car

€17

Most Popular Model

Hyundai i10
The most popular Johannesburg car hire agency found on momondo this month is Europcar. Other top choices for car hire companies are 1First Car Rental and GREEN MOTION
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in Johannesburg in the past 72 hours: SUV, Compact, Economy.
The lowest price for a car hire in Johannesburg is €17/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from €30/day.
The most popular car model to hire in Johannesburg in the past 7 days is the Hyundai i10. Our users also prefer the Ford Fiesta as an alternative.

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To hire a car for a weekend in Johannesburg in April, the average price was €28 with cheaper deals starting around €28. Stretching your hire over seven days shifts the price range to about €37 to €37.

The cheapest car hire in Johannesburg are generally found through First Car. When booking with First Car, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as €9/day. The average price to hire a car in Johannesburg is €12/day.


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